πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ National Raider Challenge

πŸ“… April 16-19, 2026 | πŸ“ Fort Knox, Kentucky

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πŸ“¦ Welcome Materials

  • Welcome Packet: Download
  • Event Overview: April 16-19, 2026
  • JROTC National Raider Challenge Division List: Download

  • Raider Code of Conduct: Download

  • Media Consent and Release Waiver: Download

  • Hold Harmless Waiver: Download

πŸ“‹ Challenge Overview

The April 2026 JROTC National Raider Challenge is the 3rd annual national championship event hosted at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Teams from across the country will compete in high-intensity physical and team-based events to earn the title of Raider National Champion.

  • Purpose: Test cadets’ physical fitness, teamwork, and leadership under pressure
  • Scored Events: Rope Bridge, RX Rescue, Gauntlet, 5K Run, Strength Test
  • Divisions: Challenge, Masters, All-Service, Ultimate Raider
  • Awards: Top 3 teams recognized per event and division
  • Schedule: Multi-day competition with opening ceremony, division battles, and awards presentations

βš™οΈ SOPs & Official Files

πŸ—ΊοΈ Event Map & Transportation

πŸ“„ Download Bus Route Map for spectators PDF

πŸ“„ Download Event Map PDF

πŸ“Š Scores & Results

πŸ“Ί Media & Coverage

🚐 RV Parking

πŸ“Œ Access & Visitor Info

Reminder: Visitors must show valid ID or Fast Pass at gate.

Raider Event Snapshot

  • Host: U.S. Army Cadet Command
  • Location: Fort Knox, KY
  • Event Dates: April 16-19, 2026
  • Divisions: Challenge, Masters, All-Service, Ultimate Raider
  • Cadets: 4,000+ from across the U.S.
  • Events: Rope Bridge, RX Rescue, Gauntlet, 5K Run, Strength Test

Fast Resources


Live Coverage & Scores


On-Site Reminders

  • Show valid ID or Fast Pass at gate entry
  • RV parking is free but space is limited (no hookups)
  • Thunderbolt Tower open Fri–Sat, 9 AM–4 PM (waiver required)
  • Shuttles required from Sanders Springs β€” no personal parking


Note: Scores and official media will be posted after the event. Times subject to command updates.